Aquilegia vulgaris ‘Dorothy Rose’ | Granny’s Bonnet
DESCRIPTION
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dorothy Rose', commonly known as Granny’s Bonnet, is a graceful perennial valued for its soft pink, nodding flowers and attractive foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, each flower features five sepals and petals with backward-curving spurs, creating an elegant appearance that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The light green to bluish-green, finely divided leaves form a low, dense mound that remains lush throughout the growing season. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, organic-rich soil, 'Dorothy Rose' is ideal for cottage gardens, woodland gardens, and perennial borders. It pairs well with perennials like hostas, ferns, and hellebores, adding elegance and supporting local biodiversity.
DESCRIPTION
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dorothy Rose', commonly known as Granny’s Bonnet, is a graceful perennial valued for its soft pink, nodding flowers and attractive foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, each flower features five sepals and petals with backward-curving spurs, creating an elegant appearance that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The light green to bluish-green, finely divided leaves form a low, dense mound that remains lush throughout the growing season. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, organic-rich soil, 'Dorothy Rose' is ideal for cottage gardens, woodland gardens, and perennial borders. It pairs well with perennials like hostas, ferns, and hellebores, adding elegance and supporting local biodiversity.
DESCRIPTION
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dorothy Rose', commonly known as Granny’s Bonnet, is a graceful perennial valued for its soft pink, nodding flowers and attractive foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, each flower features five sepals and petals with backward-curving spurs, creating an elegant appearance that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The light green to bluish-green, finely divided leaves form a low, dense mound that remains lush throughout the growing season. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, organic-rich soil, 'Dorothy Rose' is ideal for cottage gardens, woodland gardens, and perennial borders. It pairs well with perennials like hostas, ferns, and hellebores, adding elegance and supporting local biodiversity.
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Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 18-24 inches
Width: 12-18 inches
Foliage Color: Light green to bluish-green
Flower Color: Soft pink
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low
Growing Zones: USDA zones 3-8
Wildlife Attractors: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds